Heard of the Balearic Islands? They are considered to have one of the most stunning beauty sceneries among those in the Mediterranean Sea. It is the land where Chopin lived and was inspired for his musical masterpieces, during his stay in Majorca Island. When visiting the islands you also will be inspired by its views of the sea, the mountains and its people.
Few know they are an excellent place to play golf. Its wonderful climate, its excellent reach and connectivity, a number of courses to choose from. Golf courses by beautiful sceneries make for spectacular sporting holidays. Beautiful beaches with crystal waters, some impressive rocky seaside, to charming countryside where little villages are spread on a hilly landscape. This Spanish destination is best experienced from where golfers love it the most: from the green. In Balearic Islands you will find the best clubs and resorts in one of the most privileged places in the Mediterranean area.
As you play you are sure to love the peace and beauty of the surroundings. And it is hardly surprising: many of the courses are on the coast and offer wonderful sea views; others are inland, in stunning settings such as the Sierra de Tramuntana Mountains in Majorca.
Great temperatures all year round. Their geographical location, in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, give the Balearic Islands a pleasant, warm climate throughout the season. You can even get the clubs out in winter.
So easy to get to! Connections with the Balearic Islands are excellent. By air it takes little more than two hours from the main European airports, with flights to Majorca, Minorca and Ibiza. There are also ferries and scheduled maritime services between the islands and other destinations on the Mediterranean coast of Spain, such as Barcelona, Valencia and Alicante. Whether you are coming for a weekend or a long holiday, travelling to the Balearics to play golf is easy.
There are more than 20 golf courses on the archipelago. The vast majority are in Majorca, meaning that a short drive (you can cover the length of the island in an hour and a half) will take you to a wide variety of courses, ideal for beginners through to expert players.
And after the green… there is a host of options for culture, leisure and entertainment: from beach sports, to the wealth of monuments to be found in cities such as Palma de Mallorca or Eivissa (Ibiza Town), which has the UNESCO World Heritage designation. You can also discover the archipelago’s valuable countryside on an excursion, visit one of its many museums, go shopping in the famous street markets of Ibiza, enjoy the packed cultural agenda of Majorca.
